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These funds can be relatively safe options to put money into, even if you're worried about the markets.

In a move that further blurs the lines between decentralized finance and traditional commodities, Binance, the world’s leading cryptocurrency exchange, has officially launched gold and silver perpetual futures contracts. These new instruments, settled in the stablecoin Tether (USDT), allow traders to gain leveraged exposure to the price movements of

The U.S. labor market entered 2026 in a state of precarious equilibrium, characterized by a "low-hire, low-fire" dynamic that has left investors and policymakers searching for a clear direction. On January 7, 2026, a dual release of employment data—the ADP National Employment Report and the Job Openings and

SCHD looks well-positioned to outperform significantly if the economy turns south in 2026.

The U.S. financial markets reached new heights on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, as investors processed a "surprise" batch of labor market data that suggested a cooling, yet resilient economy. Despite private payroll figures coming in below analyst expectations, the broader market interpreted the news as a sign that the

If you love dividends but want to invest in dividend stocks the easy way, these dividend ETFs will be right up your alley.

These provide diversification, passive income, and stability.

The start of 2026 has brought a wave of uncertainty to the independent wealth management sector as San Blas Securities, a prominent Atlanta-based broker-dealer, faces a high-level leadership vacuum. Following a period of aggressive growth that saw the firm’s assets under management (AUM) climb to over $2 billion, the

In a move that signals a relentless continuation of the wealth management industry’s consolidation trend, EP Wealth Advisors ("EP Wealth") has officially announced its acquisition of Capital Insight Partners (CIP), a Scottsdale, Arizona-based firm managing approximately $730 million in assets. This deal, finalized on January 6, 2026, marks the

Market swings can be tough to stomach, and volatile stocks often experience exaggerated moves in both directions. While many thrive during risk-on environments, many also struggle to maintain investor confidence when the ride gets bumpy.

VNQ and SCHH both track U.S. real estate, but their cost structures and index design shape income, concentration, and ownership over a full market cycle.

The first full trading week of 2026 has opened with a dramatic surge for the digital asset sector, led by a powerful performance from Coinbase Global, Inc. (NASDAQ: COIN). On January 5, 2026, shares of the leading U.S. cryptocurrency exchange jumped more than 8%, trading near $256.12. This

If you are looking for a dividend ETF, Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF is well designed.

December 26, 2025 Introduction Robinhood Markets, Inc. (NASDAQ: HOOD) enters the final days of 2025 as the undisputed protagonist of the fintech sector’s second act. Once viewed through the narrow lens of the 2021 "meme-stock" craze, the company has spent the last 24 months systematically dismantling the bear case against it. Today, Robinhood is no [...]

SCHB owns the whole market, while VTV focuses on value bargains.

Expense ratios, sector tilts, and dividend strategies set these two popular ETFs apart for investors seeking the right portfolio fit.

With similar holdings and costs, the real differences between these two broad-market ETFs come down to scale and trading activity.

With thousands more stocks and greater trading volume, VTI’s broader reach may influence how investors approach core U.S. equity exposure.

Explore how differences in diversification, risk, and income potential set these two small-cap ETFs apart for investors.

These stocks have the potential to be multibaggers.

Fee-conscious investors and income seekers face distinct trade-offs as these two REIT ETFs diverge in structure and strategy.

The S&P 500 index opened the 2026 trading year with a definitive technical breakout on January 2nd, surging past critical resistance levels and signaling a robust start to the new year. After a frustrating "Santa Stall" that saw the market endure a four-day losing streak to close out 2025,